Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

Sherman A1

(38,958 posts)
Thu May 23, 2019, 07:08 AM May 2019

Violent tornado tears through Jefferson City, tornado in Golden City kills 3

Three people were killed in a tornado near Joplin and the National Weather Service reported a "violent tornado" in Jefferson City late Wednesday night.

At around 8 p.m., the National Weather Service said a “very large and destructive tornado” had been spotted on the ground in the area of Golden City, which is about 40 miles north of Joplin. A few hours later, the Missouri Department of Public safety confirmed three people were killed in the tornado.

The storm system has continued to move across the state, and at 11:47, the National Weather Service said a "violent tornado" was confirmed in the area of Jefferson City.

Reports from the scene said catastrophic damage was possible with the storm. First responders in the area have said they are inundated with calls from people needing help.

https://www.ksdk.com/article/weather/violent-tornado-tears-through-jefferson-city-tornado-in-golden-city-kills-3/63-8d793106-169a-4066-846f-bb6c3d751847

2 replies = new reply since forum marked as read
Highlight: NoneDon't highlight anything 5 newestHighlight 5 most recent replies
Violent tornado tears through Jefferson City, tornado in Golden City kills 3 (Original Post) Sherman A1 May 2019 OP
Downtown Golden City, MO (via Google Earth) Dennis Donovan May 2019 #1
We will see what daylight brings Sherman A1 May 2019 #2
Latest Discussions»General Discussion»Violent tornado tears thr...